Senior Project Manager – Power Generation & Major Capital Projects

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the development and execution of large-scale power generation and major capital infrastructure projects. This position will oversee the construction, procurement, commissioning, and commercial operation of natural gas-fired generation facilities, including simple-cycle combustion turbines and combined-cycle power plants.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline

• Experience:

  • 10+ years of experience managing large-scale power generation, utility, industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects

  • 7+ years of experience managing major EPC projects valued at $100M+

  • 5+ years of experience managing construction-related projects

  • 3+ years of experience working with pipeline construction contractors

  • 3+ years of experience managing project budgets and cost controls

  • Demonstrated experience delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget

  • Experience with combined-cycle power generation projects, gas turbine facilities, or heavy industrial construction environments

  • Experience managing multiple contractors, vendors, consultants, and stakeholders simultaneously

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of gas system design and operations, including gas flow, construction practices, contracts, and emergency response procedures

  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal operating and construction codes

  • Proficiency with construction scheduling software, project controls systems, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and related project management tools

  • Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree or MBA

• Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification, OSHA 30 Certification or equivalent safety certification

• Experience: Utility-scale combustion turbine and combined-cycle generation projects, familiarity with GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or other major OEM platforms, experience with WMS and other utility operations support systems

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead all phases of major generation project execution from development through commercial operation

• Establish and manage project scope, budget, schedule, risk, and performance objectives

• Coordinate EPC contractors, OEMs, engineering firms, consultants, and internal project teams

• Drive project decision-making and issue resolution across multidisciplinary stakeholders

• Ensure project objectives align with operational, commercial, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Engineering & Technical Coordination

• Collaborate with project engineering teams and Owner’s Engineers on:

  • Gas turbine and steam turbine integration

  • HRSG design and performance

  • Balance of Plant (BOP) systems

  • Grid interconnection requirements

  • Environmental permitting requirements

  • Building codes and regulatory standards

• Support engineering reviews and technical evaluations throughout project execution

Construction Management

• Oversee construction activities including:

  • Civil works and foundations

  • Turbine installation and alignment

  • HRSG erection

  • Electrical systems installation

  • Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) installation

• Monitor contractor safety, productivity, quality, and schedule performance

• Lead construction progress reviews and milestone tracking

• Coordinate outage planning and tie-in activities when applicable

Schedule & Cost Management

• Develop and maintain project schedules and baselines

• Monitor critical path activities and implement recovery plans when necessary

• Coordinate with project controls teams on:

  • Schedule performance

  • Change management

  • Forecasting

  • Cost management

  • Contingency planning

  • Risk analysis

• Ensure accurate project reporting and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle

Contract & Commercial Management

• Administer EPC, OEM, engineering, and service contracts

• Manage contract negotiations, claims, disputes, and change orders

• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance guarantees

• Evaluate contractor performance and drive accountability

Commissioning & Startup Support

• Support commissioning and startup planning activities

• Coordinate pre-commissioning, turnover, and operational readiness activities

• Support first fire, synchronization, and performance testing efforts

• Ensure achievement of commercial operation and contractual milestones

• Coordinate successful project turnover to operations teams

Health, Safety & Environmental Leadership

• Promote a strong safety culture and zero-incident mindset

• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety standards

• Support environmental compliance throughout construction and startup

• Drive continuous improvement in project safety performance

Stakeholder Management

• Interface with executive leadership, regulators, customers, contractors, and community stakeholders

• Deliver project updates, executive presentations, risk assessments, and performance reports

• Build strong relationships across internal and external project teams

Success in This Role

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to:

• Deliver large-scale capital projects safely and efficiently

• Maintain schedule, budget, and quality objectives

• Effectively manage EPC contractors and OEM partners

• Lead complex stakeholder environments

• Navigate technical, commercial, and regulatory challenges

• Drive successful project commissioning and commercial operation

• Create a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence